Tyler Gerczak
About Tyler Gerczak
Tyler Gerczak is a Senior Research and Development Staff member and Group Leader for the Particle Fuel Forms Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has extensive experience in materials science, holding a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he also completed his B.S. and M.S. degrees.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Tyler Gerczak serves as the Senior Research and Development Staff and Group Leader for the Particle Fuel Forms Group at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to advancements in research and development within the field of particle fuel forms. His leadership role involves overseeing projects and guiding research initiatives aimed at improving fuel technologies.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Prior to his current role, Tyler Gerczak worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in various capacities. He served as Research and Development Associate from 2013 to 2018, where he focused on research projects related to materials science. He also worked as R&D Staff from 2018 to 2020, further enhancing his expertise in the field during his tenure.
Academic Background in Materials Science
Tyler Gerczak's academic journey in materials science began at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He earned his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Materials Science and Engineering from 2002 to 2007. He continued his studies at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Materials Science from 2007 to 2009. He completed his academic career with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science from 2009 to 2013.
Research Assistant Experience
During his time at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Tyler Gerczak worked as a Research Assistant from 2007 to 2013. This role allowed him to gain practical experience in research methodologies and contribute to various projects in the field of materials science, laying the groundwork for his future career in research and development.